Hope Squad is a school-based, peer-to-peer suicide prevention program that empowers, trains, and mentors students, who were nominated by their peers, to recognize suicide warning signs and report them to trusted adults. Supported by the community and designated Advisors at the school, a Hope Squad:
Empowers the natural helpers in the school through peer-to-peer suicide prevention training
Raises awareness of mental health and youth suicide prevention resources
Educates students on how to recognize suicide warning signs and respectfully report concerns
Trains students how to support fellow students who may be struggling
Increases connectedness, inclusion, and social-emotional learning skills
Increases help-seeking behaviors promoting school-wide safety
Promotes monthly themes that advocate for school-wide mental health
Below is a video to give you more insight on the company and the goals of our work.
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